BCDA takes in UK's M Health on Clark Green City dev't

The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) has partnered with UK-based M Health Limited (MHL) for a study on incorporating social health in the mixed-use development of a 160-hectare area in Clark Green City.

The partnership fulfills BCDA’s vision of a healthy living environment and self-sufficient community in Clark Green City, BCDA President and CEO Arnel Paciano Casanova said on Wednesday.

The master planned community acknowledges that social health is the foundation for physical well-being.

MHL, a healthcare management services company, represents the consortium of Treleaven Capital Management Limited and AWW Architects.

Under the partnership with BCDA, MHL has 12 months to conduct a pre-investment feasibility study and come up with the business and conceptual plans for the 160-hectare development, which may be extended for another 12 months.

The partnership will establish a framework for the incorporation of a joint venture between MHL and BCDA. BCDA will assign development and leasehold rights to MHL for 50 years –renewable for another 50 years – while MHL will be responsible for coming up with a detailed development master plan of Clark Green City.

Casanova said Clark Green City will be the country’s first smart and green metropolis consistent with the World Health Organization’s call for the ‘non-segregation’ of older people and the assurance of their continuing care. – Tino Pamintuan/VS, GMA News